Libraries survey sees 'emerging themes' for future
Devon County Council has released 'emerging themes' from a public consultation on the future of libraries, which may include changes to opening hours and more volunteer recruitment. The council received over 25,000 responses and is considering new technology to allow access to libraries outside staffed hours.
Devon County Council considered cuts to library opening hours and increased volunteer involvement. A public consultation received over 25,000 responses. Emerging themes include changing opening hours, recruiting more volunteers, and working with parish councils. More than half of respondents said changes to opening hours would affect their visits. The council is considering new technology to allow access outside staffed hours and may review its 'area-based opening strategy'. A full formal response will be discussed by cabinet members in May.
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